SOLD FOR $2,100,000
Listed at $2,250,000 · Sold 6.7% below asking · Closed August 18, 2021
128 W 78TH Street #1
MLS® #RLS10712680
Listing by The Corcoran Group
2
Bedrooms
2
Baths
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1910
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Exposure: North,South facing
- Style: Prewar architecture
- Climate Control: Central Air
Property Details
Description
A gorgeous landmarked prewar brownstone situated on one of the Upper West Side?s most stunning Museum blocks is home to a modern two-bedroom, two-bathroom triplex home with a private 21? decked garden and numerous modern amenities only a half block from the Museum of Natural History and one block from Central Park. This bright and airy home is renovated with modern comforts while preserving the elegance of prewar architecture. With a fully renovated basement den, home office and atrium, the three-level apartment is quite flexible to accommodate a new owner?s needs. Recently renovated, contemporary amenities include central air conditioning, high-end stainless appliances, built in audio speakers, washer/dryer, abundant custom closet storage and built-ins and wired for ethernet, FIOS and security system. Exposed brick and hardwood floors add to the charm of the home. The entertaining areas on the first-floor spans nearly 30? with spacious living room, eat-in kitchen with extended dining atrium and huge private deck garden with shed and bike storage. The living room is a great media space appointed with exposed brick and features Bose ceiling speakers, center channel and fully wired for sound/subwoofer. The sleek and fully outfitted windowed kitchen features top-of-line appliances including Wolf range oven, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, and custom spice cabinet. The extended dining atrium is delightful for entertaining with natural light, exposed brick and remote-controlled atrium shade. At the other end of the first floor is a very spacious bedroom with three custom closets, a full bathroom and laundry closet. The top level of the triplex is the incredibly private master suite floor which is bright and tranquil with master bathroom, built-in two-level custom closets and dresser, custom ironing cabinet, and separate home office with built-in desk and bookshelves. The lower level offers flexibility in utility as a den, a guest room, a third bedroom or studio with surround sound, wine refrigerator, custom deep soft-close drawers/storage and built-in bookshelves. 128 West 78th Street is a beautiful prewar five-story brownstone cooperative with 8 apartments. Built in the early 20th century, it was converted to cooperative in the early 1980?s. The co-op is self-managed. Sorry, no dogs.
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About Upper West Side
View All Upper West Side ListingsThe Upper West Side (UWS) is celebrated for its cultural richness and architectural grandeur. Set between Central Park and Riverside Park, the neighborhood provides direct access to green space within the urban grid. Residents enjoy easy access to Lincoln Center, the American Museum of Natural History, and a popular culinary scene. The real estate landscape is famous for its historic brownstones and iconic 'white-glove' apartment buildings along Central Park West and Riverside Drive.
Upper West Side Live Market Data
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
561
Median Asking Price
$1.29M
Median $/Sqft
$1,505
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
45
Price Reduced
26%
Sold (30 Days)
70
Median Sale Price
$1.86M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/13/26, 4:19 AM EST
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Location
128 W 78TH Street #1, Upper West Side, New York County • Near Columbus Avenue & Amsterdam Avenue
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